Hyundai Elantra Ratings, Reviews and Analysis

Ratings & Reviews

4 star

rjmeynard writes:

It looks great!!

Good price! Hyundai has always been a cheap gas car.
althou there are some cons
trans is auto not manual
150 K in mileage
some dents on right side doors
not showing left side at all
overall is a good deal

4 star

nfhj61 writes:

Average Looker

The car had a great engine for a 4 cylinder engine. It was an easy daily driver which drove well in the snow with good tires. The paint chipped easily, and the body dented if someone touched it. I would recommend this vehicle for anyone who did not mind the looks over time.

3 star

missjenn2016 writes:

Alright for a dd

Like a manual gives more spunk. It's ok on gas. These types of cars always say a 100,000 mile warranty I don't know how they stay in business I guess because that's only good for original owner and they get traded in quickly.

4 star

Kykitten40 writes:

Out of all the cars and trucks that I have owned I would give this one 7 out of 10 on a scale the ga

I like the style of the car it looks nice, I love that I can flip my back seats down for more hauling space but the opening into the trunk is small and that makes the ins and outs hard so if your a gardener not a great choice. My biggest dislike is the passengers seat it sits very low, it should of been the same as the drives seat which is Great.

4 star

nusb writes:

like it very much

Ride is a little too noisy at highway speeds but car handles well in emergency situations.
The audio is very good and I love the Sirius/XM radio.
Have had car for 7 yrs but have only put 37,000 on it.
I did replace the original tires (which were OK ) but I wanted Michelin tires and they have been a very good ride.

Safety Ratings and Recalls

Safety

2014 Hyundai Elantra

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2013 Hyundai Elantra

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2012 Hyundai Elantra

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2010 Hyundai Elantra

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2009 Hyundai Elantra

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Recall Notices

2017 Hyundai Elantra (3/28/2017)

Campaign Number: 17V213000

Component Name: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Description: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Elantra vehicles. The affected vehicles may have a damaged Electronic Power Steering (MDPS) connector resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.

Defect: Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS motor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-243-7766. Hyundai's number for this recall 161.

2017 Hyundai Elantra (1/26/2017)

Campaign Number: 17V063000

Component Name: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Description: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Elantra vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake booster may fail, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.

Defect: A loss of power brake assist can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Hyundai has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake system booster assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 157.

2017 Hyundai Elantra (12/30/2016)

Campaign Number: 16V956000

Component Name: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Description: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2017 Hyundai Elantra vehicles manufactured April 15, 2016, to September 13, 2016, and Sonata vehicles manufactured May 27, 2016 to September 16, 2016. In these vehicles, the end seal for the driver's frontal air bag inflator may not have been properly installed, possibly resulting in reduced inflation of the frontal air bag in the event of a crash.

Defect: In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate fully increases the risk of injury.

Corrective Action: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 156.

Defect: If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad with an improved part, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on September 30, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 146.

2017 Hyundai Elantra (4/21/2016)

Campaign Number: 16V232000

Component Name: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Description: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata vehicles manufactured May 29, 2014 to February 11, 2016, 2017 Elantra vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016 to February 22, 2016, and one 2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicle manufactured October 15, 2015. In these vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may be missing a chemical enhancer required for the second stage air bag deployment, resulting in the second stage not deploying in certain crashes. The primary stage will deploy as intended.

Defect: An air bag that does not inflate increases the risk of injury.

Corrective Action: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on May 5,2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 144.